What Appraisers Look For (1)

EXTERIOR

Type and condition of roof.
Condition of trim, soffet, and fascia.
Type of exterior siding and condition.
Types of windows and if there are storm windows.
Are there porches? Condition?
Are there garages? Type and condition?
Landscaping, driveways, walks.
Condition of surrounding properties and general price range.
What public utilities serve the property?
Make-up of neighborhood: Commercial, industrial, agricultural, apartments. How does this property fit with the others?
Measurements of exterior, type of house, how many stories.

INTERIOR

Detailed notes on number of rooms, types of floors, walls, ceilings, and condition.
Square footage.
Wall outlets in each room.
Baths: runs the sink faucet and flushes the commodes, checks for water pressure.
Type of floor in bath and walls around the tub/shower.
Handrails on stairwells.
Condition of kitchen, type of cabinets, appliances, if any.
Number of bedrooms, closets in bedrooms, condition.
Is there an attic? Is it floored; is it insulated?
Type of insulation in the house: walls and roof.